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Free Concert Series
Written By: Luke Osteen | Issue: April 2024
The Highlands Chamber of Commerce unveils another season of free weekend concert fun. (Dancing encouraged.)
From May into October, the vibrant tunes of live music fill the air in downtown Highlands every Friday and Saturday night. Shows on both nights are free and take place from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M.
Friday Night Live showcases traditional mountain music and exceptional local talent on Main Street’s Town Square. The Friday night concerts are part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina, an initiative of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership and the N.C. Arts Council that works to sustain the rich music traditions of the region.
The Friday Night Live season schedule is as follows:
May 17 – Silly Ridge
May 24 – McClain Family Band
May 31 – Byrds & Crows
June 7 – The Foxfire Boys
June 14 – Spare Parts Bluegrass Band
June 21 – Curtis Blackwell Band
June 28 – Johnny Webb Band
July 5 – Nitrograss
July 12 – Silly Ridge
July 19 – Leadfoot Lily
July 26 – Kettle
August 2 – Ezra & Katie
August 9 – ABC Combo
August 16 – Steady Hand String Band
August 23 – Southern Highland Band
August 30 – Spare Parts Bluegrass Band
September 6 – Johnny Webb Band
September 13 – Silly Ridge
September 20 – Curtis Blackwell Band
September 27 – Nitrograss
October 4 – Zorki
October 11 – The Foxfire Boys
Saturdays on Pine features a variety of popular, regional bands and musicians at Kelsey- Hutchinson Founders Park.
The Saturdays on Pine season schedule is as follows:
May 18 – Continental Divide
May 25 – Southside Station
June 1 – High 5
June 8 – Bill Mattocks
June 15 – Back Porch Orchestra
June 22 – The HC Oakes Band
July 6 – Blaze the City
July 13 – Dive Bar Divas
July 20 – Lazrluvr
July 27 – The Breakfast Club
August 3 – The Holiday Band
August 10 – Will Thompson Band August 31 – Full Circle
September 7 – Steel Toe Stiletto September 14 – High 5
September 21 – The Boomers
September 28 – Kayla McKinney October 5 – Thirsty Horses
October 12 – Nu Blue
The Outdoor Concert Series is made possible by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC.
“Highlands thrives on community gatherings, live music, and the beauty of nature,” says Kaye McHan, the organization’s executive director. “Grab your lawn chair or blanket, pack a picnic basket, and join us!”
There will not be a Chamber presented concert on June 29, August 17 and August 24 due to other events being held at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park.
For more information about the Outdoor Concert Series or other events visit highlandschamber.org or
call (828) 526-2112.
